From root: gilid
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
ginilidan
gi-ni-li-DAN
put an edge on something
Present (Incomplete)
ginigilidan
gi-ni-gi-li-DAN
putting an edge on something
Future (Contemplated)
gigilidan
gi-gi-li-DAN
will put an edge on something
Usage Note
Gilidan is used when one needs to apply a border, margin, or edge to an object, such as in sewing, crafting, or carpentry. It implies a specific action of enhancing or finishing the periphery of an item for aesthetic or functional purposes.
Examples
" Gilidan mo ang tela. "
Natural Translation
Put an edge on the cloth.
Literal Translation
Put-edge-on you the cloth.
" Mahirap gilidan ang matigas na kahoy. "
Natural Translation
It is hard to put an edge on the hard wood.
Literal Translation
Hard put-edge-on the hard wood.
" Bago ibenta ang mga panyo, gilidan mo muna ng makulay na sinulid para mukhang mas maganda at matibay. "
Natural Translation
Before selling the handkerchiefs, put an edge of colorful thread on them first so they look nicer and sturdier.
Literal Translation
Before sell the handkerchiefs, put-edge-on you first of colorful [linker] thread so look-like more beautiful and durable.
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